Why JockTribe Uses Platinum Silicone
Why We Use Platinum Silicone
Engineered for the body. Proven by science.
1. What Is Platinum Silicone?
Platinum silicone is a high-purity form of liquid silicone rubber (LSR) that JockTribe uses as the core material in all of its intimate products.
Unlike low-grade silicone blends or tin-cured silicone, the platinum curing process:
- Produces no harmful by-products
- Leaves no heavy-metal residues
- Results in a cleaner, more stable, non-toxic final material
This is why platinum silicone is widely used in:
- Medical devices
- Baby pacifiers & bottle nipples
- Food-contact molds & components
These categories must meet strict global safety standards such as FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 and ISO 10993 for biocompatibility.
In short: Platinum silicone is the same class of material trusted for hospitals, infants, and food-grade applications.
2. Why It’s Safer for Intimate Use
Platinum LSR offers several key advantages that make it the safest material for body contact — especially for sensitive areas.
✔ Non-porous surface
Scientific testing of liquid silicone rubber shows water absorption rates below 0.5%, meaning the surface is non-porous.
Why this matters:
- No microscopic holes → bacteria cannot hide
- Fully washable → easy to sanitize
- No oil leakage, no degradation → safe for repeated use
(Data aligned with standard medical-grade silicone material datasheets.)
✔ Chemically inert, non-toxic
Peer-reviewed studies (PubMed) describe platinum-cured silicone as:
- Chemically inert
- Non-reactive
- Odorless
- Biocompatible
This is why it passes ISO 10993 biological evaluation tests for contact with human tissue.
✔ Heat & sterilization resistance (150–175°C)
LSR can withstand temperatures exceeding 150–175°C without melting, degrading, or releasing chemicals.
This allows deeper cleaning and proper hygiene — crucial for intimate products.
(Temperature range referenced from common medical LSR specifications.)
3. Not All “Silicone” Is the Same
Many brands claim to use “silicone,” but this word alone means very little. This is also why we clearly explain our material standards on our brand story page.
Here’s the real comparison:
| Material | Problems | Why We Avoid It |
|---|---|---|
| TPE / jelly materials | Porous, absorbs fluids, may contain plasticizers, harder to sanitize | Bacteria can hide inside pores; long-term hygiene issues |
| Tin-cured silicone | Curing leaves residues; higher shrinkage; ages faster | Not recommended for sensitive body contact |
| Platinum LSR (ours) | Non-porous, clean curing, medical/food-contact grade | Safest and most durable for intimate use |
If a product does not clearly say platinum-cured silicone, it is almost never the same level of purity or safety.
4. Our Double-Layer Casting Technology
We don’t stop at material choice — we engineer it.
Every JockTribe product is made using two-layer platinum silicone casting, combining realism, durability, and body safety.
Outer Layer: Soft Skin Surface
- Ultra-soft formulation
- Smooth, realistic tactile feel
- Cushions naturally against the body
Inner Layer: Supportive Core
- Dense, firm platinum silicone
- Maintains shape under pressure
- Prevents collapse, bending fatigue, or tearing
Why it matters:
In internal stress tests, two-layer structures show significantly higher durability under repeated bending and compression compared to single-layer molds of the same hardness. To see how this two-layer structure translates into real-world feel, firmness, and performance, you can explore our firmness guide.
This gives JockTribe its signature feel:
Soft where it should be. b where it must be.
In Summary
Platinum silicone is the gold standard for body safety because it is:
- Non-porous
- Chemically inert & non-toxic
- Heat-resistant & easy to sanitize
- Medically proven & globally regulated
And with JockTribe’s two-layer casting, you get:
- A skin-soft surface
- A b, supportive core
- A product built to last — and built for the body
Your body deserves materials backed by science.
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